Work-related road accidents are much more expensive than many employers realise!
DID YOU KNOW
"About a quarter of all vehicle miles travelled annually on Britain's roads are for work purposes" (excluding commuting)
Data source: Department for Transport/Health and Safety Executive.
The Hidden Costs
Loss of company reputation and contracts
Fines and costs of prosecution, including legal fees
Damage to products/plant/building and equipment
Potential loss of key personnel
Staff downtime for medical appointments/attendance at court etc.
Loss of company reputation and contracts
Fines and costs of prosecution, including legal fees
Damage to products/plant/building and equipment
Potential loss of key personnel
Loss of production or production delays
Increased insurance premiums and excess
Claims from third parties
Accident investigation and paperwork
Repairs to damaged equipment
Alternative transport for repair duration
Inconvenience
Re-delivery
Management and administrative time.
Risk Limitation
It’s best not to have a crash in the first place - and other employers have proved that some simple measures any firm can take will make one much less likely. The HSE estimated the costs to employers arising from 'at-work' road traffic accidents to be in the region of £2.7 BILLION per annum. The benefits of managing a driving for work policy include:
Reduced accident losses
More effective vehicle use
Less downtime
Improved safety culture
Improved public image
Higher staff morale
Lower insurance costs
Lower transport costs
Defence against criminal prosecutions and civil litigation
Improved business performance